<p>Penn State University Park is my first choice school; I'd really love to attend. If accepted, I plan to start classes over the summer, if it makes a difference. Do I even stand a chance at getting admitted into University Park?</p>
<p>I'm a rising senior and an in-state applicant.
My firsy choice major is Premed, second is Biology.
GPA : 3.66 (uw - school doesn't weight)
SAT : 1580 (550M/530CR/500W)
Rank : Within Top 40% of class.
I've taken a college course for 3 credits; my GPA was a 3.00.</p>
<p>I realize my stats aren't that great. My GPA shows a definite upward trend, and I have taken the most advanced curriculum available to me at my school. I am retaking the SAT in october; my most recent practice test scores show a 1200 M/CR, 1860 overall. I hope to raise my scores a bit higher, though. </p>
<p>Extracurriculers include 120+ hours of volunteer work (some at homeless shelter), Chess Club, Liturgy Club, and altar serving. I've job shadowed a pharmacist and a doctor. I have had a part-time job my Soph - Senior years.</p>
<p>If I've let anything out or if you need more information please let me know.</p>
<p>Do I even have a chance of being admitted? What can I do at this point to increase my chances? Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thank you.</p>